"I like to think that one day you'll be an old man like me talkin' a young man's ear off explainin' to him how you took the sourest lemon that life has to offer and turned it into something resembling lemonade." And cue the tears. No show has made me laugh or cry more than NBC's This Is Us, which premiered last September. From its all-star cast to genius writing that keeps you guessing, This Is Us has taken the world by storm and is one of the year's best new shows. The last episode, airing before Christmas, left us with a huge cliffhanger and a million questions we hope will be answered when the show comes back this week. Here's 7 reasons to start watching the show ASAP (psst you can stream all the episodes on NBC.com) or to pick it back up this week:
1. There's a variety of characters
From young triplets who annoy each other as any siblings would to the sassy but loving Beth to the goofy and romantic Toby, every character has a unique quality that they bring to the ensemble.
2. The writing is amazing
I haven't seen a show as well-written as this in a long time. The creators let the audience know just enough details to get them guessing but end up giving them something completely different than they thought.
3. It reminds us of the importance of community
The show includes all ages, races, stages of life, you name it. There's strong themes of unity and acceptance that are perfect for our society today.
4. No character is one dimensional
Each episode reveals another layer of the characters. I dare you to find a character that you whole-heartedly hate, I guarantee there isn't one.
5. Anyone who watches it can find something to relate to
Like I said, there's a variety of characters and storylines. It's impossible to not empathize with at least one of the characters.
6. There's comedy and charm amidst the drama
"Parenthood meets Modern Family" (Glamour.com) is the perfect way to describe this dramedy.
7. It makes you think
...about how quick decisions can affect your whole life, that people are not just what they appear to be on the surface, about reasons why someone might do something, really anything. This isn't just a campy sitcom to play in the background while you do your homework, it sucks you in and makes you really think. I can't wait to see what the show will throw at us next.
This Is Us returns to NBC this Tuesday, January 10th at 9/8c.
